Engineer I - Research and Development

our team • Kansas City, MO

19h • Onsite

About The Position

As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As an Engineer I – Research and Development, you will provide engineering support for projects across multiple business units, assisting with the research, design, and development of new or improved products. Working under immediate to general supervision and following established procedures, you will perform assigned engineering tasks with work reviewed by more senior engineers.

This role involves developing creative solutions to challenging problems, collecting/analyzing data and making decisions on next steps. Tasks typically include research, planning, physical setup of tests, configuring instrumentation, operating equipment, analyzing data and documenting results.

This position also includes direct interaction with customers and sales personnel, participating in technical discussions, and conducting or demonstrating testing activities related to customer applications.

This role collaborates closely with engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, and cross-functional teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and meet project requirements, while supporting innovation, continuous improvement, and awareness of evolving technology and industry trends.

This role encourages innovation and continuously improves efficiency of technical support, monitors advances of technology and competition, and supports global and acquisition-related technical issues in areas of expertise.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of relevant engineering experience (or 1–3 years of engineering experience with an advanced degree)
• Working knowledge of fundamental engineering principles and practices. (heat transfer, fluid dynamics, acoustics and vibration)
• Proficiency with testing instrumentation, data acquisition and programming (VBA)
• Familiarity with hydraulic, electrical and controls equipment.
• Competency with hand tools and shop equipment: wood & metal fabrication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Project)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (oral, written)
• Strong project planning and multi-tasking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to HVAC, refrigeration, or industrial manufacturing environments
• Experience supporting product design, testing, or design-for-manufacturability initiatives
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and engineering data management
• Experience with solids-based CAD/CAM and 3D printing software.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams
• Understanding of project coordination and multi-task execution

Responsibilities

• Support VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) initiatives and contribute to product improvements and technical solution development.
• Execute and facilitate testing activities, including prototyping, setup, instrumentation, calibration, data collection, analysis, and documentation.
• Develop and review test plans while assessing safety, feasibility, and resource requirements.
• Maintain and enhance VBA test programs and support testing of cooling‑tower components and assemblies.
• Manage project testing tasks, schedules, and on‑time delivery requirements.
• Facilitate and control internal material orders (SAP/online vendors) and review vendor‑supplied materials and services.
• Support and maintain test equipment, instrumentation, test cells, and facility infrastructure, including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and safety systems.
• Participate in facility‑wide initiatives such as safety, environmental compliance, training, and continuous improvement (5S, SOP development).
• Provide facility tours that support customer visits and sales initiatives.
• Participate in technical discussions with customers, sales teams, and internal engineering groups.
• Deliver demonstrations and training on product and component applications.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, interns, and cross‑functional teams to support successful testing and project outcomes.

Benefits

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees